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(1921-67). British speedboat and auto racer, born in Povey Cross, Surrey; son of Sir Malcolm; in July 1955 became first person to exceed 200 mph (320 kph) on water and live when he set world speed record 202.32 mph (325.60 kph) in jet-powered speedboat in England; died 1967 in attempt at new record.